Fellowship opportunities

Opportunity details

Who can apply

Uganda-eligible and disability-inclusive. Applicants must be Ugandan citizens or hold recognized refugee status through Uganda, be permanently resident in Uganda, be employed, and return after the fellowship. Professional applicants need at least five years of relevant full-time-equivalent experience. Academic applicants need a PhD and employment at a university. Two references are required, including one from the current employer. No general age limit; individual host requirements may apply.

Key information

Fellowship theme

Professional development or academic research with an approved UK host

Duration

Varies by approved host fellowship

Funding and support provided

Fully funded: return airfare, standard visa fee, monthly stipend of £2,218 outside London or £2,753 in London, arrival allowance up to £1,247.09, approved programme costs, and disability support where required. No application fee. Affordability rating: A.

Ideal fellow profile

Experienced Ugandan professionals with at least five years of relevant work, or university academics who hold a PhD and can demonstrate strong fit with an approved UK host programme.

About this opportunity

Fully funded Commonwealth Fellowships for experienced Ugandan professionals and university academics. The scheme supports professional development or academic collaboration in the UK and requires successful fellows to return home after the award. Prepare the host-specific application, employment evidence and two references early. Applications close 25 August 2026 at 16:00 BST. Always confirm the selected host fellowship’s subject, duration and any additional requirements on the official page.